Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heart full of gratitude and admiration to honor my dear friend and colleague, Representative Kay Granger, a true Texas legend whose retirement marks the end of an extraordinary era in this House. Kay Granger is not just a trailblazer. She is absolutely a Texas institution. From her early days as the first woman to serve as the mayor of Fort Worth, to pave the way as the first Republican woman from the State of Texas to serve in Congress, to her historic tenure here in Congress serving Texas' 12th Congressional District, Kay Granger has embodied the values that Texans hold dear. {time} 1900 Kay Granger has embodied the values that Texans hold dear. Mr. Speaker, those values would happen to be faith, fortitude, and an absolute unwavering commitment to doing what is right. As chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee where she made history becoming that, Kay demonstrated unparalleled leadership in guiding one of the most critical responsibilities for Congress, and that would be overseeing the power of the purse. Mr. Speaker, Kay Granger's wisdom and steady hand have ensured that our appropriations process prioritized the need of the American people while safeguarding the principles of limited government. I have had the privilege of serving along with Kay in the Texas delegation for the past 11 years, Mr. Speaker, and let me tell you, she has been nothing short of extraordinary. In Texas we say: You done good.…”